4. Maro Itoje (38 England caps, British & Irish Lions 2017)
“A key man in England’s run to the Rugby World Cup final”
5. James Ryan (26 Ireland caps)
“A future Ireland captain in the making, perhaps even a Lions one.”
6. Tom Curry (23 England caps)
“He was one of the best players at the most recent World Cup and would be a more-than-worthy Lion.”
7. Justin Tipuric (76 Wales caps, British & Irish Lions 2013, 2017)
“A back-row with phenomenal pace and a superb skill-set.”
8. CJ Stander (41 Ireland caps, British & Irish Lions 2017)
“Billy Vunipola was initially inked in for this spot until a fourth forearm break in two years in January.”